About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278248-0019 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. This particular reference, with its yellow gold case and domed sapphire crystal, merges the enduring sophistication of the Datejust collection—introduced in 1945 as a symbol of accessible luxury—with contemporary refinement. The white dial, finished to a smooth gloss, is framed by Roman numerals and slender stick hands, creating a balance between classical restraint and modern precision. The case’s rounded silhouette, paired with the Oyster construction, ensures both aesthetic harmony and the robustness expected of a watch built to endure decades of wear. At its heart lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding movement developed entirely in-house by Rolex, featuring a Parachrom blue balance spring and a 70-hour power reserve. The sapphire crystal, domed for enhanced clarity and durability, protects a dial that remains uncluttered yet exquisitely detailed, with applied gold indices that catch light without overwhelming the eye. The 31mm diameter and 16mm lug width offer a proportion that feels both intimate and commanding, a testament to Rolex’s mastery of wearable luxury. This watch is for those who value understated distinction—executives, collectors, and connoisseurs who seek a timepiece that transcends trends.

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0003 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0013 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0014 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0015 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0016 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0017 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0018 · 31 mm

+ 17 more variants in this family.

This self-winding mechanical movement with date display is entirely manufactured by Rolex and inaugurates a new generation of movements. Its design and quality manufacture ensure peerless precision and reliability. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 2236 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. It was first introduced in 2014. It the first movement to be fitted with the Syloxi (silicon) hairspring.

906 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2236.

Rolex - 278245-0018 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / White - Roman / President

Ref. 278245-0018 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0019 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Butterfly / Oyster

Ref. 278245-0019 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0024 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Chocolate - Roman / President

Ref. 278245-0024 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0029 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Rose - Diamond / Oyster

Ref. 278245-0029 · 31 mm